Early Years

Academics Ltd; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd is seeking enthusiastic EYFS Practitioners to join our supply team, supporting Reception, nursery and private day nurseries across various settings in the UK.

You will create engaging, age-appropriate activities, support development, and work alongside teachers and nursery staff. Regular supply work with flexible part-time and full-time options available.

Salary will be in line with client pay policies and your qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with babies to Reception age.
• Ability to create age-appropriate activities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development in EYFS settings.
• Deliver engaging activities through play.
• Support safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environments.

Skills

EYFS experience

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Early years qualification or equivalent

Job description

EYFS practitioners urgently needed

Do you believe that the early years are where extraordinary things begin? Are you passionate about helping little minds grow, curious hands explore and young imaginations flourish?

Academics are looking for enthusiastic, caring and creative EYFS Practitioners to join our supply team, supporting children across mainstream primary school Reception classes, nursery classes and private day nurseries.

WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

• Supporting children's learning, development and school readiness

• Creating fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities through play

• Encouraging communication, confidence, independence and social skills

• Supporting children's physical, emotional and cognitive development

• Helping to create safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environments

• Working alongside teachers, nursery staff and other early years professionals

• Supporting children's individual needs and celebrating every milestone

THE MAGIC YOU'LL BRING

• A warm, patient and nurturing approach

• A genuine passion for working with babies and young children through to Reception age

• Creativity, enthusiasm and a playful approach to learning

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Reliability, flexibility and the confidence to adapt to different settings

• Relevant EYFS experience and, where required, an appropriate early years qualification

WHY JOIN OUR SUPPLY TEAM?

Discover new settings, meet inspiring teams and bring your skills to environments where children's learning and development come first.

Whether you're supporting a Reception class in a primary school or helping little ones take their first steps in a private day nursery, your contribution matters.

We're looking for practitioners available for regular supply work, with options for part time and full-time availability

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.